Analysis and player ratings from the Union’s loss in Columbus. Rotating rosters, cheap turnovers, an absence of attacking runs, poor ball movement – is the offensive malaise creating a confidence problem in the defense?

They came to see Ronaldo and the stars of Madrid. They left talking of Michael Farfan, checking their cell phones to see replays of an incredible goal. The Union lost 2-1 to Real Madrid, but a strong performance should give the team confidence heading into the second half of the MLS season.